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Women's ASICS® GEL-NIMBUS® 13 :: Your best friend is like no one else. You deserve to feel the same about your running shoes, and that's why the women's ASICS® GEL- Nimbus® 13 may just become your new BFF. Amaze your feet with high-tech features that take this latest version of your neutral running favorite up a notch. Plus, you'll still get that plush, cushy feel you love so much! You deserve a shoe designed just for you, and the gender-specific formula once again proves that no one knows your feet quite like ASICS®! Whether you're seeking a shoe for the long haul or casual daily runs, the GEL-Nimbus® 13 adjusts to create a personalized fit for a plush, stable run every time. 9.5 ounces

Features & Benefits:

Experience pure running pleasure designed just for you with features like the ASICS® GEL-Nimbus® 13's gender-specific forefoot cushioning that cradles your toes with low-density, no-bulk foam

Give your feet the freedom they need with a Gender-Specific Space Trusstic System that recognizes and adapts to normal, periodic arch shape changes

I previously ran in the Nimbus 11's and loved them. I was so disppointed with the 12's. I was never comfortable in them, especially my right foot (plantar fascitis). I ended up wearing a beloved but worn-out 11 on my right foot and the stiff 12 on my normal left foot. I was SO glad that the 13 went back to the fit and cushioning of the 11. I will be stocking up on this shoe. I went up half a size in these, but I always do that for running shoes.

I have high arches and struggle with running shoes. I need arch support, however I need it to be flexible. Also, I like lots of cushion, this is a hard combonation to fine. I finally found it in the Asics Nimbus 11, (I had like 8 pair of them) then the Nimbus 12 did not work for me. Much heavier feeling shoe and not as flexible. Love, Love, Love the Nimbus 13! It is lighter, more flexible and cushy! I did add the RRS cushion insole. I will order several and stock up!

I started out with the Nimbus 10, which I loved so much that I only ran for those shoes. Of course, there was no doubt that I would take a Nimbus again. (skipped and missed 11 and 12 unfortunetaly because of a knee surgery) But I am really dissappointed with the new Nimbus 13. It doesn't have the wide toebox like the others and the middle part is too narrow (ordered Medium width, like last time) and it doesn't have the asymetric lacing, which i was so fascinated about. It doesn't feel comfortable for me at all, when i run more than 45min with it.It scrapes on my pinky toe and the inside/middle part of my foot. I still gave it 3 stars because maybe it would have been better with a wider width and it has great cushioning. I asked the Chat on here if Nimbus 12 is wider than the 13 and I've been told it is so. So, if you are considering buying this and have a bit of a wider foot than others, i would recommend to take the wider option. As for me, I already ordered the Nimbus 12 and hope that it feels a lot nicer and will take the Nimbus 13 for walking or when im at the gym and want to do simple things, but not for running.

I just traded in my Nimbus 12 shoes after reading the great reviews of the 13's. What a difference! The 12's were the first pair of Nimbus' I've ever owned and they felt good, but not like this. These are so comfortable right out of the box. The support feels great and I feel like I could run forever!

I have to admit at first it just didnt feel right, knowing the Nimbus series from the 10s up. They usually tended to have a wider toeboxes and were a tad wider in the middle part. So, if u were relying on these features, I recommand to get a half size or one size up, or simply the wider toebox. After about 7-10K running with it, it just felt great from then on. I can hit the pavement with it as fast as I want or can and it still feels comfortable. I also had surgery on my right knee, but The support and cushions are the greatest and during the whole run my knee doesnt bother me one bit. can't imagine to run without it anymore. I ran about 200 miles with it and it's about time to get me new once. I hope this will help with any decissions.

I'm currently alternating between these and Nike Vomero+6 which I bought at the same time. I do like the Nike's however I think these will be my favorites. I needed a few runs in those before I was sure I would keep them, but with the Nimbus 13 I knew as soon as I hit the treadmill they were keepers since they immediately felt perfect. Prior to buying these I tried the Asics Sky Speed which I did like however the cuff cut into my ankle so took them back. A year ago I was running in Brooks Ghost 2 and loved them, but heard the 3 were way different so switched over to Asics Cumulus. I've determined that I need a fair amount of cushioning, but was reluctant to try the Neutral Plus category, afraid they would be too heavy. I'm amazed at how light these feel on my feet but at the same time provide nice cushioning.

First, the stats: I have high arches, am 5'8" & 130lb, and run about 20-30 miles a week (though thats increasing while I train for the next marathon). Love these runners. Hated the last model, the 12s, but I had to wear them. They felt like platforms that thudded down the road. Loved the 11s, low riders and moderately cushy. These are more like the 11s in that they don't ride so high but with much more cush under the ball of the foot; like a cross between the Cumulus and the older Nimbus. The only concern I noticed on todays 5 miler is that the toe box feels a little smaller/narrower because of the cushion. it wasn't uncomfortable to me but I was wearing thin socks and my foot is narrow/regular. I can't wait to wear them on tomorrows 8 miler because I am back to not noticing my shoes and focusing on the run. Oh, and do size up a half size. I wear 9's and always buy 9.5 in Nimbus.

I also noticed a strange feeling in the instep, just proximal to the ball of the foot. It felt tight, or strange. Just kind of rubbed wrong. I re-did my socks, re-laced the shoes, but something was still funny. I went for a run, and came back with numb toes, and painful feet. Weird. I don't usually review shoes (I mean, everyone's feet are different), but another reviewer also commented on the weird fit, and I thought it was worth mentioning.

I'm a long distant runner and I've been running in asics gel nimbus 10 & 11. I've always found the cushion, support, comfort and performance to be over the top great. I ran 6 1/2 miles in the new gel-nimbus 13's and my toes hurt, the bottom of my feet hurt and I was very unhappy. I like a roomy toe box and this upgrade does not have a roomy toe box. I hope asics will enlarge the toe box for future designs.

I run about 3-4 times per week (my long run is generally 6-8 mi). I've worn the Asics Gel-Nimbus for years now and have loved them. However, the past few shooes I've purchased have been feeling tighter and tighter in the toe box. My feet have continued to get larger so I'm not sure the design of the shoe has changed. I recently switched to the NB 1080 (the 880s are very similar as well) and this solved the problem. Just wanted to share for anyone in the same predicatment as mean. I'll miss the Gel-Nimbus, but my feet are much happier now.

I agree with starburst warrior completely - they're too small in the toe box and they feel shorter than my last 2 pairs of Asics. I usually order an 8.5, as I am an 8 in everyday shoes. Not with these, had to go (another) half-size up to a 9.

I loved the Nimbus 12. My right foot is wider than my left and the Nimbus 12 was a perfect fit in the toebox without having order a wide size. I went to re-order the 12's, but weren't in my size so I ordered the Nimbus 13. I should have read the reviews about the shoe being narrower than previous version. They were to narrow in the toebox which surprises me for Asics because they are the one shoe I can wear without having to order a wide size to accomodate my right foot. I had to return them and will either try the Landreth or Nimbus 14.

Not my favorite Nimbus..I loved the 12 and this shoe felt to narrow for my foot which is odd. I am having to purchase new shoes now and I have only had mine for a month.. The shoe besides that problem is great.. great weight and I love the new design just sad they made is narrower than the others...

When I first put this shoe on it was very comfortable. However, my first run in them was a 6 miler and after about 2 my feet started to hurt very bad around the forefoot. My toes went numb and by the end of the run I just took them off and walked barefoot back to my car. I had invested a lot of money in them so I didn't want to give up on them.. Took them home and wore them for about a week just around the house and to run errands etc.. On the next run I loosened the laces A LOT but when they felt comfortable around in the toe box they became too loose in the heal. I ended up developing achillies tendon issues after running for over 2 years with no problem.. So I gave up, Got mizunos and have been happily ever after.

I wear my Asics down, before wearing them out. I stand all day; wearing my Asics has become necessary to endure an arthritic back. I get very picky about my sneaks and trust Asics. I've worn various versions over the years. Although shoes are not "made like they used to be" Asics are always spot on. My Gel Nimbus 13s arrived, and slid on like "butta" it was instant love. Standing already this morning, feels like being on a cloud.

Last year was bad for shoes: Saucony triumph (5,6 were magic) 7 was a waste of money. Mizuno creation was ok but left a perma-blister on my R big toe. This shoe is a miracle after that! It's very cushioned compared to the above, but flexible and light. Solid for my high arches (always with superfeet insoles). It is still a touch too flexible for me, and I occasionally get that blister on the right big toe, but short of orthotics it doesn't get much better than this. I run about 30 miles/week.

Wow - I received mine early to test. What a great ride! I need the extra cushioning due to my knee issues and boy this shoe has been great. Soft but not too squishy. I have always loved the Nimbus and am so happy this new update gives me a little more cushion!

I have been wearing Nimbus for YEARS. This model felt good when I first purchased them but 6 months later, my feet are falling asleep in them. I've tried adjusting my lacing but it hasn't helped. I run about 20 miles weekly and these shoes just haven't held up.

Shoe didn't hold up for me very long--I don't run, but buy Asics Gel Nimbus line for the cushioning due to cavis feet, and I wore the shoe with an orthotic, as I do with all my athletic shoes. After 3-6 months of wear for gym classes--BOSU Ball, Cardio Core,Boot Camp, and Spinning, along with power walking outdoors, the outsole slid out from under me and rolled inward. Imagine suddenly tripping over your outsole as it rolls inward from the upper 1" to the inside of your feet--all support was gone and I felt as though I was standing/working out on the outer sides of my feet. I stopped the class as soon as this effect occurred. Had I continued, I might have sustained a severe foot or ankle injury. Very surprised at the poor intergrity of this shoe design. I have been buying Gel Nimbus for quite some time and never had this problem before.

My first pair of running shoes were the nimbus 11s - thought they were really good. Very disappointed with the 12s. Felt like I was wearing 2 boxes - no shape, no cushion, no support! Thought that maybe the 11s were a fluke. Decided to give asics one more try with the 13s. They are everything I need in a runnning shoe: comfortable, roomy in the toe box, lightweight. I wear them in my normal size. Will probably buy another pair while they are still available. Sweet!

I needed to replace my Adidas Rides -- which I have loved -- and this was my second try. After a painful pair of Brooks, I went to the Asics Nimbus 13. There is a strap (for lack of a better word) across the inside of the shoe just below the ball that is very uncomfortable. Despite this, I thought I would give them a try. My toes were numb at about 1.5 miles and so uncomfortable I stopped at 2 miles. The next day, I tried loosening the top laces. While this helped lessen the pressure of that strap, my toes were still numb before I finished my second mile. I'll be returning them tomorrow and waiting for my size in the Ride 2 to be available.

I am a longtime ASICS wearer but a running beginner. I thought the Nimbus 12 was great but I just took the 13 out for a short run today (2 miles) and they were fantastic from the word "go". When I don't notice them while I am running, then to me, they are golden. I literally took them out of the box, put them on, and walked out the door, no breaking in required. I was concerned about the toebox after reading some reviews but I didn't notice the difference from the 12, maybe because I have a narrow foot. Anyway, I think the Nimbus 13 and I will be together for many miles to come (until I can afford the 14!).

Great runners- my orthotics fit well inside them (I purchased the 'normal' width and place my orthotics under the liner) though it took a few runs for them to 'meld' into place. I run on paths and trails and these runners are up to both conditions. Wore them for my first half marathon and found them to be lightweight and comfortable - did not notice any probs during the run. Will buy them again :)

Got these sneakers for Christmas from hubby. Didn't actually use them until February. Ran 18 miles in these shoes (3 days, 6 miles each day) on the dreadmill. Toe box was really tight compared to my other Asics, I assumed this style needed a break in period...BUT, these shoes actually gave me a toe injury after just 18 miles. Saw a Podiatrist this past Monday and had to have a painful callus removed from between last two toes. I reverted to my new Saucony sneakers husband also got me for Christmas as the toe box is much larger and gave me some relief while running with the callus until I could get an appointment with a Podiatrist. I can not wear these shoes, even around the house which is a shame because they look awesome and feel really cushy on. Buyer BEWARE!!!

Good shoe. Ordered 1/2 size larger which is usual for running shoes. Shoe was long enough but the fit across the front of the foot (not the toe box but just behind the toes and in front of the ankle) was tight. After two weeks kinda got more comfortable. Got both colors, the blue is much nicer. Then bought Mizuno Wave Prophecy, OMG! sending back the Asics. Mizuno's are incredible - worth every penny!!!

Watch the Asics Nimbus 13 Video!

Shoe Dog rising up from the floor (elevator noise)Shoe Dog: Hello everyone and welcome to the Shoe LAB. I have a fantastic shoe here today that you?ll love. It?s the Asics Gel Nimbus 13! My fellow scientists and I have been fascinated with the progress Asics has been making towards the theoretical ?perfect shoe?. This may be the 13th version of the Nimbus, but there?s no bad luck here. Using A.H.A.R, or Asics High Abrasion Rubber, on the outsole, they?ve reduced ¾ of an ounce to bring this super cushioned shoe to 11.6 ounces total. That?s 6% less weight for you to be carrying around on your feet. Due to Newton?s first law of motion, the heavier your shoes are, the more effort it takes to run in them. With the Nimbus 13?s, you?ll have no trouble beating the pants of your fellow scientists on the road.In the heel, Asics has added a clutch counter to make the fit snugger and more comfortable. That means fewer aches and pains, and a better feeling run. In the women?s shoe, they?ve added 3mm to the height of the midsole to reduce stress on the Achilles tendon, and the space trustic system underneath has been designed to support your arch for more comfort.Overall, the Nimbus has always been a Fan Favorite, and since you and I are scientists, it?s easy to appreciate all the effort the good people in the shoe laboratories at Asics have done with this version. And, remember, at Road Runner Sports you?ll get the ULTIMATE TEST RUN 90-Day Wear 'em & Love 'em Guarantee. I?m Shoe Dog, and I?ll see you next time!(Elevator sounds, shoe dog descends but gets stuck half way.) A little help here! Anyone? The elevator is stuck.Try hitting the button down there, it?s right next to the thermal capacitor. (mechanical sounds) What if you jiggle it a bit? (Crashing sounds). That worked.

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